Sanae Takaichi, 64, has been elected leader of Japan’s ruling LDP and is poised to become the country’s first female Prime Minister.
As the former Economic Security Minister, Takaichi faces the task of securing opposition cooperation, broadening the coalition with Komeito and potentially center-right parties and addressing rising prices.
Her policy proposals, however, are shaped by personal and family experiences, including initiatives on women’s health, childcare, and eldercare.